Kobe Bryant watched from above with pride on Wednesday night.
Sabrina Ionescu, whom Kobe called the greatest just days before he passed away, did something truly remarkable. Even though she missed a few shots and had some turnovers in the last quarter, Sabrina didn’t lose faith in herself. She made an incredible game-winning shot that people are calling one of the best in WNBA historyโreminiscent of Kobe’s legendary moments on the court.
Channeling Kobe’s Spirit:
After the game, Sabrina shared her thoughts. She said, “I trusted my preparation,” and explained how she felt ready for that moment. Despite missing a shot earlier, she believed in herself when another chance came up. This confidence is why she still has a picture of Kobe and Gianna as her profile photo online. During her time at Oregon, they became close friends who supported each other fiercely.
In her heartfelt speech at their memorial service, Sabrina talked about how much she admired Kobe’s dedication to his craft. They bonded over their shared love for basketball and hard work. Kobe even taught her some of his moves like the step-back shot and helped improve her shooting technique.
Fans think it’s amazing how Sabrina carries forward Kobe’s legacy with such grace.
A Legacy Continued:
Sabrina feels like all those hours spent practicing were worth it when she nailed that shot on Wednesday night. It’s almost as if part of Kobe lives on through her talent and determination.
Her incredible performance caught attention everywhereโeven NBA stars took notice!
Call game them @sabrina_i20
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30)
Cold blooded killer @sabrina_i20
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5)
What a shot๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic)
Seeing these legends acknowledge Sabrina is pretty cool!
